Composition and method for substantially reducing the deleterious effects of alcohol on the body

ABSTRACT

A composition and method are provided for substantially preventing hangovers. The composition includes an effective amount of amino acids glycine and Glutathione, B vitamins and at least one mineral compound including each of magnesium, selenium, and molybdenum. Other vitamins, mineral compounds, flavorings, coloring, and solubility agents may also be added.

FIELD OF THE INVENTION

[0001] This invention relates generally to a composition and method for substantially reducing the deleterious effects of alcohol on the body. More specifically, this invention relates to a composition and method for substantially preventing a hangover.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0002] Alcohol intoxication causes dehydration and an imbalance in electrolytes, minerals, and some vitamins in the bloodstream, disrupting many normal biological processes. In addition, if the level of alcohol is high in the blood, the liver becomes backed up and the enzymes responsible for detoxification then utilize secondary pathways of detoxification thereby producing toxic metabolites. These metabolites are much more toxic than alcohol and can cause nausea, headaches, and discomfort, usually collectively referred to as a “hangover.” It has also been suggested that congeners worsen hangovers. “Congeners” are toxic byproducts of distillation and fermentation. Some spirits are higher in congeners than others. For example, red wine, brandies, and whiskies are usually higher than other types of alcohol.

[0003] Hangovers have been plaguing mankind since time immemorial. The best approach to hangovers is to avoid them by not over imbibing in alcohol in the first place. This however is easier said that done. Hangovers are typically characterized by a throbbing headache, an upset stomach with nausea, dizziness and dry mouth. In addition to these physical consequences, hangovers have staggering economic and societal consequences. Billions are lost in the workplace due to low productivity and absenteeism due to hangovers. Moreover, people with hangovers experience diminished cognitive abilities that may pose a substantial threat to themselves and others, particularly in the workplace and while driving.

[0004] Folk remedies for hangovers abound and include more of the liquor that caused the hangover (aka “hair of the dog”), a Bloody Mary, aspirin and more sleep, a lot of water, a long, hot shower, and coffee made with tonic water, orange juice and honey. Most of these are administered after the fact. However, if one already has a hangover resulting from overindulging in alcohol, the damage has already been done. A lot of morning-after hangover remedies have been tried, but there's not much evidence they help. Moreover, it is inconvenient for the person suffering from a hangover to have to get up and go shopping for some of these purported remedies when they least feel like doing so.

[0005] Remedies such as “coating the stomach” with milk and/or bread and butter before drinking to slow the absorption of alcohol have also not been shown to stave off hangovers. Moreover, such items may not be readily available before drinking begins. They also supply an abundance of extra calories, and may contribute to later nausea.

[0006] Accordingly, there has been a need for another weapon in the armamentarium against hangovers. There is a still further need for a novel composition and method to substantially prevent hangovers that are effective, convenient, and healthy. There is an additional need for a novel composition and method that make a night out more fun without having to worry about how one is going to feel the next day. There is a further need for a novel composition and method to substantially reduce the effects of alcohol on the body. There is an additional need for a novel composition and method that provide the chemicals the liver needs to facilitate detoxification and excretion of alcohol and to lower the toxic metabolite concentrations in the blood thereby substantially reducing side effects. There is a still further need for a composition and method to prepare and support the body for alcohol intoxication. The present invention fulfills each of these needs and also provides other related advantages.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[0007] The composition generally comprises an effective amount of each of glycine, glutathione, at least one mineral compound, and at least one B vitamin. In a first preferred embodiment, the embodiment comprises an effective amount of each of glycine, glutathione, at least one mineral compound of each of at least one magnesium compound, at least one molybdenum compound, and at least one selenium compound and Vitamin B₁. In a second preferred embodiment, additional mineral and vitamin compounds may be added to the composition. In a third embodiment, coloring and flavoring agents may be added. The method of the invention comprises the steps of administering to a person the composition before and/or during consumption of alcoholic beverages.

[0008] Other features and advantages of the present invention will become apparent from the following more detailed description.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

[0009] The present invention is concerned with a composition and method for substantially reducing the deleterious effects of alcohol including substantially preventing hangovers. The composition in a first embodiment comprises in each unit dose an effective amount of each of glycine, glutathione, at least one magnesium compound, at least one molybdenum compound, at least one selenium compound, and at least one B vitamin. In a preferred embodiment, the composition in each dose comprises: Ingredient Name Description Amount Active Other Acceptable Forms Range of active substance Glycine USP  1 g   1 g 100 mg-2 g L-Glutathione Reduced, 25 mg N/A May be in other forms 5 mg-250 mg USP Magnesium Taurate 8% 20 mg 3.2 mg Arginate, Ascorbate, Aspartate, 3 mg-800 mg Citrate, Fumarate, Gluconate, (all Mg compoun Glutamate, Lysinate, Orotate, Succinate Magnesium Malate 23% 18 mg   4 mg --See above-- 3 mg-800 mg Molybdenum Glycinate 25 mg 50 mcg Arginate, Ascorbate, Aspartate, 25 mcg-250 mcg 0.2% Citrate, Fumarate, Malate, Triturateion Selenium Chelate 0.2% 17 mg  33 mcg Ascorbate, Aspartate, Citarte, 10 mcg-200 mcg Fumarate, Glycinate, Malate, Succinate, Tituration Vitamin B1 HCl USP (99%)  9 mg 8.5 mg 2 mg-20 mg (all Vitamin B1) Vitamin B1 HCl 33.3% 26 mg 8.5 mg 2 mg-20 mg

[0010] The mineral compounds listed first are preferred because of their greater bioavailability, and solubility, however, one skilled in the art may use the “other acceptable forms” in an amount calculated to achieve the active amount of the mineral.

[0011] Additional vitamins, mineral compounds, and solubility agents may be used within the confines of the invention in a second preferred embodiment. The second preferred embodiment is a composition comprising the following compounds (ingredients) in the amounts per unit dose as shown below: Ingredient Other Name Description Amount Active Acceptable Forms Ascorbic USP  200 mg    200 mg Acid Caffeine USP   35 mg     35 mg Calcium Gluconate  170 mg     15 mg Arginate, Ascorbate,  9.3% Aspartate, Borate, Citrate, Malate, Succinate Chromium Nicotinate 200     20 mcg Arginate, Ascorbate,   10% mcg Aspartate, Citrate, Formarate, Gluconate, Glutameate, Malate, Niacinate Chromium Picolinate  167     20 mcg -See above-   12% mcg L- Reduced,   25 mg N/a May be in other forms Glutathione USP Magnesium Taurate 8%   20 mg  3.2 mg Arginate, Ascorbate, Aspartate, Citrate, Fumarate, Gluconate, Glutamate, Lysinate, Orotate, Succinate, Magnesium Malate 23%   18 mg    4 mg -See above- Manganese Citrate 28%  3.6 mg    1 mg Arginate, Ascorbate, Gluconate, Malate, Methionate Molydbenum Glycinate   25 mg     50 mcg Arginate, Ascorbate, Aspartate, Citrate, Fumarate, Malate, and other chelates Potassium USP,  300 mg   >5 mg Hydrogen Anhydrous Carbonate Selenium Chelate   17 mg     33 mcg Ascorbate, Aspartate,  0.2% Citrate, Fumarate, Glycinate, Malate, Succinate, and other chelates Tartaic Acid USP  400 mg N/a Vitamin B1 USP (99%)   9 mg  8.5 mg HCl Vitamin B1 33.3%   26 mg  8.5 mg HCl Vitamin B12   1%   5 mg     50 mcg Vitamin B6   82%   8 mg  6.5 mg Vitamin B6 33.3%   20 mg  6.5 mg Zinc Arginate   34 mg   5 mg Ascorbate, Citrate,   15% Cysteinate, Fumarate, Gluconate, Malate, Methionate, Orotae, Succinate, Taurate, Taurinate

[0012] The third preferred embodiment comprises in a 5 gram unit dose the following: Ingredient Other Name Description Amount Active Acceptable Forms Ascorbic USP  200 mg    200 mg Acid Caffeine USP   35 mg     35 mg Calcium Gluconate  170 mg     15 mg Arginate, Ascorbate,  9.3% Aspartate, Borate, Citrate, Malate, Succinate Chromium Nicotinate  200 mcg     20 mcg Arginate, Ascorbate,   10% Aspartate, Citrate, Fumarate, Gluconate, Glutameate, Malate Niacinate Chromium Picolinate   67 mcg     2 mcg -- See above--   12% Coloring Variant   6 mg N/a Agent Flavor Variant Variant Agent Glycine USP   1 g     1 g L- Reduced,   25 mg N/a Glutathione USP Magnesium Taurate 8%   20 mg    3.2 mg Arginate, Ascorbate, Aspartate, Citrate, Fumarate, Gluconate, Glutamate, Lysinate, Orotate, Succinate, Magnesium Malate 23%   18 mg     4 mg -- See above-- Manganese Citrate 28%   3.6 mg     1 mg Arginate, Ascorbate, Gluconate, Malate, Methionate Molybdenum Glycinate   25 mg     50 mcg Arginate, Ascorbate,  0.2% Aspartate, Citrate, Fumarate, Malate, and other chelates Potassium USP,  300 mg   >5 mg Hydrogen Anhydrous Carbonate Selenium Chelate   17 mg     33 mcg Ascorbate,  0.2% Aspartate, Citrate, Fumarate, Glycinate, Malate, Succinate, and other chelates Sugar Variant N/a Tartaric USP  400 mg N/a Acid Vitamin USP (99%)   9 mg    8.5 mg B1 HCl Vitamin 33.3%   26 mg    8.5 mg B1 HCl Vitamin   1%   5 mg     5 mcg B12 Vitamin   82%   8 mg    6.5 mg B6 Vitamin 33.3%   20 mg    6.5 mg B6 Zinc Arginate   34 mg     5 mg Ascorbate, Citrate,   15% Cysteinate, Fumarate, Gluconate, Malate, Methionate, Orotate, Succinate, Taurate, Taurinate

[0013] These active amounts and form of compounds substantially ensure maximum effect. Through investigation and research, the particular range of active substance, and in particular these optimal amounts within the ranges, and these compound forms have been found to substantially reduce the deleterious effects of alcohol on the body, including substantially preventing hangovers.

[0014] The compounds used are as follows:

[0015] Ascorbic acid (Vitamin C): This vitamin aids in norepinephrine synthesis. This is believed to be a valuable treatment into schizophrenia, chorea, and dyskinesia. We believe it aids in neurological function thereby being a cofactor with thiamine HCl in the reduction of alcohol induced Wemicke Korsakoff syndrome. Ascorbic acid is also an important buffer component in the Xo3 thereby affecting pH and increasing the absorption of many substances found in the Xo3.

[0016] Caffeine (1,3,7-trimethylxanthine): Is the number one desired stimulant in the US. People who drink alcohol or have high levels of glycine typically become more tired and need caffeine to give them stimulation. Alcohol drinkers have been shown to crave stimulants, like caffeine. In addition caffeine, in lower dosages, increase renal output thereby removing toxins, like alcohol and its metabolites, quicker.

[0017] Calcium Gluconate: This substance is an important buffering agent (see ascorbic acid) Calcium salts reduce the pH reducing acid indigestion from consuming low pH (3.0-4.1) alcohol containing beverages. In addition, Calcium gluconate aids in the function of neurotransmitters at synaptic junctions. Brain damage may be reduced with proper levels of calcium.

[0018] Chromium Nicotinate and Picolinate: A mixed form of these types of chromium aid in glucose tolerance by production of glucose tolerance factor (GTF). By aiding in this function, it minimizes the ability of alcohols to adversely effect glucose/insulin tolerance and may possibly reduce alcohol aggravated diabetes.

[0019] Glutathione: Glutathione acts as one of the major detoxifiers in the body. Selenium must be present for glutathione to be in the reduced form, it is this form that is most active as an antioxidant and detoxifying agent. Glutathione detoxifies the liver of aldehydes and ketones that build up upon alcohol and other toxic substance intake. It also helps remove heavy metal toxins from the body. Molybdenum is a cofactor in its usage. Glutathione also reduces liver disease including cirrhosis and fatty liver disease caused by alcohol.

[0020] Glycine: Glycine normalizes functional state of the nervous system and metabolic disorders, improve the redox processes in the lymphocytes changed under alcohol, and protects the body both on the metabolic and microstructural levels. It also tastes good.

[0021] Magnesium (mixed forms): The majority of magnesium is found in the mitochondria, the organelles that are responsible for oxidative phosphorylation producing ATP, a major chemical the body uses for almost all energetic reactions. A decreased: dosage can result in heart problems, lack of energy, pore bone structure, muscle spasms and tightness. Alcohol reduces magnesium absorption. Therefore, it is believed that a person consuming alcohol supplement with organic, bioavailable forms of magnesium and manganese, as these two minerals work in conduction in many mitochondria processes.

[0022] Manganese: This mineral helps protest against oxidative damage in the mitochondria by stimulating SOD activity. Oxidative damage is increased as toxins, such as alcohol, are increased.

[0023] Molybdenum: Mo functions as a co-factor for oxidative-reduction reactions. The enzymes involved are xanthine oxidase, aldehydye dehyrogenase, and sulfite oxidase Aldehyde oxidase is an important enzyme primarily found in the liver. It is this enzyme that is responsible for the detoxification of alcohol. It is believed that Mo and Se work in conjunction in many antioxidant and detoxification reactions in the liver and kidneys.

[0024] Potassium Bicarbonate: This chemical with tartaric acid creates a fizzing action that modulates dissolution of the minerals. In addition, it provides Vitamin K, one of the most important cations in the body. The K/Na ration is essential for regulating fluid balance in tissues. Alcohol consumption hampers proper fluid balance so an increase of K is beneficial. K also works in conjunction with Mg to aid in proper heart and muscle function. K is intimately involved in renal function. Renal function is an important detoxification process for alcohol.

[0025] Selenium: Selenium in conjunction with Mo is involved in the synthesis of the enzyme glutathione peroxidase (GP). GP consists of four subunit enzymes with one selenium per subunit in the form of selenocysteine. This enzyme is responsible for alcohol detoxification in the body. One important synergistic trio of the composition is Mo, Se, and glutathione. By adding these together in the proper ratios, alcohol breakdown in the human body is facilitated without excess production of aldehydes and other toxic metabolites in the bloodstream. These toxic metabolites are a major source of hangover symptoms.

[0026] Thiamine HCl (Vitamin B-1):Thiamine is the vitamin found to be most depleted by alcohol consumption. If a deficiency occurs, many alcohol induced neurological problems manifest (see ascorbic acid).

[0027] Cobalamin (Vitamin B-12): The cyano-form is used to facilitate oral absorption. Cobalamin works in conjunction with Vitamins B-1 and B-6 to reduce alcohol induced neuralgias.

[0028] Pyridoxine (Vitamin B-6): Alcohol has been shown to cause B-6 depletion. Therefore it is important to adjunct the composition with vitamin B-6. B-6 depletion causes nausea, depression, vomiting, and peripheral neuritis.

[0029] Zinc: Zinc is regulated primarily by sulfur containing amino acids such as glutathion. Zinc is a cofactor with selenium and glutathione and other agents for alcohol metabolism. Deficiency can lead to alcoholism, and impaired alcohol induced glucose tolerance.

[0030] Excipient agents such as citric acid, cellulose, magnesium stearate and silicone dioxide may also be added.

[0031] The composition is manufactured according to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) as recommended by the National Nutritional Foods Association/FDA. For example, in order to make approximately 25,000 each containing 5 gram unit doses of the third preferred embodiment of the composition, the following exemplary batch sheet is provided: PRODUCT: XO3 TOTAL MG INGREDIENTS CODE NO KILOS 206.19 Ascorbic Acid R034 5.155 35.00 Caffeine R881 0.875 166.67 Calcium Gluconate R115 4.167 0.17 Chromium Picolinate R153 0.004 0.20 Chromium Poly Nicotinate R857 0.005 60.00 Flavor F-102498 R1381 1.500 60.00 Flavor F-118485 R1382 1.500 22.00 Glutathione Reduced R1380 0.550 1000.00 Glycine R358 25.000 17.39 Magnesium Malate 15.2% R1383 0.435 40.00 Magnesium Taurate R1384 1.000 3.60 Manganese Citrate 28% R414 0.090 25.00 Molybdenum Glycinate R1385 0.625 .2% 300.00 Potassum Bicarbonate R843 7.500 16.50 Selenium AAC .2% R547 0.413 2350.01 Sugar R211 58.750 400.00 Tartaric Acid R1392 10.000 12.44 Vitamin B1 HCl R628 0.311 30.91 Vitamin B1 Mononitrate R1329 0.773 5.00 Vitamin B12 1% Trit. R626 0.125 9.51 Vitamin B6 HCL R621 0.238 23.64 Viamin B6 R1327 0.591 33.33 Zinc Arginate R1253 0.833 150.00 Citric Acid R159 3.750 33.33 Sodium Bicarbonate R563 0.833 3.50 COLOR Customer Supplied 0.088 5004.39 125.110

[0032] The composition is mixed by blending all components/ingredients without flavorings (including but not limited to sugar) for 30 minutes. The flavorings are blended separately for 30 minutes. The blended flavorings are then mixed with the balance of materials for 45 minutes. The final product yield is calculated by weight and staged for packaging.

[0033] All ingredients are purchased from reliable, long-term suppliers with proven track records. The mineral compounds are available from a supplier such as Kelatron, 1675 West 2750 South, Ogden, Utah with the other ingredients generally available from Arizona Nutritional Supplements Inc. (ANS), 380 E. Chilton Drive, Chandler, Ariz.

[0034] Certificates of Analysis are verified versus a sample of the product by visual, odor, taste, identification (as per USP24 and FTIR) and any additional testing as needed, prior to raw material being released for use in manufacturing.

[0035] Manufacturing areas and methods are monitored by quality control staff while manufacturing is in process. In process, quality control visually inspects the composition being manufactured. The packaging areas and methods are monitored by quality control staff while packaging is in process. The packaging process is visually inspected every 15 minutes. Quality control staff verifies the quality of bulk containers by checking the fill weight every 15 minutes. The finished product is inspected for defects as it is being staged for final packaging and the product is spot checked as it is being placed into shipping containers (cartons or boxes).

[0036] In the method of the invention, the composition may be a powder, administered orally as a drink additive. The composition may be mixed with any consumable liquid, including the alcoholic beverage itself, or water, soft drinks, juices, etc. The suggested dose schedule is 2-3 packets of a unit dose over the course of a day/night before and during consumption of alcoholic beverages, starting about one hour prior to the first alcoholic beverage. Preferably, the 2-3 doses are taken prior to consuming 30 ml of ethanol (typically three drinks). The composition may of course be incorporated in other oral delivery methods, such as tablets, capsules, etc. by methods known to persons skilled in the art.

[0037] Preliminary observation in several individuals confirms the usefulness of the composition in substantially preventing hangovers. After taking the composition as directed, these individuals reported they were very satisfied with the way they felt the next day.

[0038] From the foregoing, it is to be appreciated that the composition and method is effective in substantially reducing the deleterious effects of alcohol on the body including substantially preventing hangovers. The composition may be a powdered drink additive designed to prepare and support the body, before and during consumption of alcoholic beverages.

[0039] Although a particular embodiment of the invention has been described in detail for purposes of illustration, various modifications may be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention. Accordingly, the invention is not to be limited, except as by the appended claims. 

We claim:
 1. A composition in unit dosage form comprising an effective amount of each of glycine, glutathione, Vitamin B₁, and each of at least one magnesium compound, at least one molybdenum compound, and at least one selenium compound to substantially reduce the deleterious effects of alcohol on the body.
 2. The composition of claim 1, wherein the active amounts are in the range of 100 mg to 2 g glycine, 5 mg to 250 mg L-Glutathione, 3 mg-800 mg magnesium in the at least one magnesium compound, 25 mcg-250 mcg molybdenum in the at least one molybdenum compound, 10 mcg-200 mcg selenium in the at least one selenium compound, and 2 mg-20 mg Vitamin BI.
 3. The composition of claim 2, wherein the composition comprises about 1 g of glycine USP, 25 mg of L-Glutathione Reduced USP, 9 mg Vitamin Bi HCl USP (99%), 9 mg Vitamin BIHCl 33.3%, 20 mg Magnesium taurate 8%, 18 mg Magnesium malate 23%, 25 mg Molybdenum Glycinate 0.2%, and 17 mg Selenium chelate 0.2%.
 4. The composition of claim 2, wherein the active amount of glycine is 1 g, 7.2 mg magnesium, 50 mcg molybdenum, 33 mcg selenium, and 17 mg Vitamin B.
 5. The composition of claim 3, consisting essentially of about 1 g of glycine USP, 25 mg of L-Glutathione Reduced USP, 9 mg Vitamin B 1 HCl USP (99%), 9 mg Vitamin BIHCl 33.3%, 20 mg Magnesium taurate 8%, 18 mg Magnesium malate 23%, 25 mg Molybdenum Glycinate 0.2%, and 17 mg Selenium chelate 0.2%.
 6. The composition of claim 1, wherein the at least one magnesium compound is selected from the group consisting of Magnesium taurate, arginate, ascorbate, aspartate, citrate, fumarate, gluconate, glutamate, lysinate, malate, orotate, and succinate.
 7. The composition of claim 1, wherein the at least molybdenum compound is selected from the group consisting of Molybdenum glycinate, arginate, ascorbate, aspartate, citrate, fumarate, malate and other chelations.
 8. The composition of claim 1, wherein the at least one selenium compound is selected from the group consisting of Selenium ascorbate, aspartate, citrate, fumarate, glycinate, malate, succinate and other chelations.
 9. The composition of claim 1, wherein the composition further comprises an effective amount of each of at least one mineral compound of each of at least one calcium compound, at least one chromium compound, at least one manganese compound, at least one zinc compound, ascorbic acid, caffeine, potassium hydrogen carbonate, tartaric acid, and Vitamins B12 and B6.
 10. The composition of claim 9, wherein the at least one calcium compound is selected from the group consisting of Calcium arginate, ascorbate, aspartate, borate, citrate, gluconate, malate, and succinate with an active calcium amount of about 15 mg.
 11. The composition of claim 10, wherein the composition further comprises about 170 mg of Calcium gluconate 9.3%, about 200 mcg of Chromium nicotinate 10% and about 167 mcg of Chromium picolinate 12%, about 3.6 mg Manganese citrate 28%, and about 34 mg of Zinc arginate 15%.
 12. The composition of claim 9, wherein the at least one chromium compound is selected from the group consisting of Chromium arginate, ascorbate, aspartate, citrate, fumarate, gluconate, glutameate, malate, Nicotinate, Niacinate, and Picolinate with an active chromium amount of about 40 mcg.
 13. The composition of claim 9, wherein the at least one manganese compound is selected from the group consisting of Manganese arginate, ascorbate, citrate, gluconate, malate and methionate with an active manganese amount of about 1 mg.
 14. The composition of claim 9, wherein the at least one zinc compound is selected from the group consisting of Zinc arginate, ascorbate, citrate, cysteinate, fumarate, gluconate, malate, methionate, orotate, succinate, taurate and taurinate with an active zinc amount of about 5 mg.
 15. A composition for substantially preventing a hangover, comprising in each unit dose about 200 mg Ascorbic acid USP, 35 mg caffeine, 170 mg Calcium gluconate 9.3%, 200 mcg Chromium nicotinate 10%, 167 mcg Chromium picolinate 12%, 1 g glycine, 25 mg L-Glutathione Reduced USP, 20 mg Magnesium taurate 8%, 18 mg Magnesium malate 23%, 3.6 mg Manganese citrate 28%, 25 mg Molybdenum glycinate 0.2%, 300 mg anhydrous Potassium hydrogen carbonate, 17 mg Selenium chelate 0.2%, 400 mg tartaric acid, 9 mg Vitamin B1 HCL USP (99%), 26 mg Vitamin B1HCl 33.3%, 5 mg Vitamin B12 1%, 8 mg Vitamin B6 82%, 20 mg Vitamin B6 33.3%, and 34 mg Zinc arginate 15%.
 16. The composition of claim 15, further comprising an effective amount of at least one coloring agent, and at least one flavoring agent.
 17. The composition of claim 16, wherein the composition comprises 1.6 mg of a coloring agent.
 18. A method of substantially preventing a hangover, comprising the steps of administering to a drinking subject, a composition comprising glycine, glutathione, Vitamin B₁, and at least one of each of a magnesium compound, a molybedenum compound, and a selenium compound each in an effective amount for substantially preventing a hangover.
 19. The method of claim 18, wherein the composition comprises 1 g glycine, 25 mg L-Glutathione Reduced USP, 20 mg Magnesium taurate 8%, 18 mg Magnesium malate 23%, 25 mg Molybdenum glycinate 0.2%,17 mg Selenium chelate 0.2%, 9 mg Vitamin BI HCL USP (99%), and 26 mg Vitamin B1HCl 33.3%.
 20. The method of claim 19, further comprising 200 mg Ascorbic acid USP, 35 mg caffeine, 170 mg Calcium gluconate 9.3%, 200 mcg Chromium nicotinate 10%, 167 mcg Chromium picolinate 12%, 3.6 mg Manganese citrate 28%, 300 mg anhydrous Potassium hydrogen carbonate, 400 mg tartaric acid, 5 mg Vitamin B12 1%, 8 mg Vitamin B6 82%, 20 mg Vitamin B6 33.3%, and 34 mg Zinc arginate 15%.
 21. The method of claim 18, wherein the composition is administered orally.
 22. The method of claim 21, wherein the composition is administered as a drink additive. 